By Jane Mlambo| President Emmerson Mnangagwa has written to British Prime Minister Boris Johnson appreciating the kind gesture his government has extended to Zimbabwe towards the fight against COVID-19 as well as wishing him a speedy recovery.

In his letter, Mnangagwa acknowledged Johnson’s timely assistance to Zimbabwe in the form of £35.4 million towards procurement of Personal Protective Equipment to be used in fighting Covid-19.

“On behalf of my government and the people of Zimbabwe and indeed on my own behalf, I extend to you our heartfelt wishes to you for a speedy recovery,” said Mnangagwa.

He added that he had put in place measures to ensure the British donation is not abused but put to good use.